Ruth Beachler

Ruth Ellen Beachler, 80, passed away peacefully January 11, 2024. A lifelong Grand Rapids Michigan native, she was a well-loved wife, mother, stepmother and dear friend. She always provided support and love for her family. Ruth is preceded in death by her husband, Fredric (Fred) Beachler and brothers, Charles (Chuck) Cooley and David (Dave) Cooley. She is survived by her children and stepchildren, Debra Walma, Victoria Wolfson (Jacob), Fredric Beachler (Susan), Phillip Beachler (Christine), Kathleen Hurt, Phyllis Plumley, Tony Beachler, Tracy Woody (Mark), and Stacy Beachler; 19 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. A private family service will be held at a later date. Charitable donations can be made to The American Cancer Society, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, or a charity of your choice. (Click one of the links below to donate online) To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Ruth Beachler, please visit our flower store.